MSO System Configuration Analyst I
Company: North East Medical Services
Location: Burlingame
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
The MSO System Configuration Analyst is responsible for the
major managed care systems configurations, including EZ-CAP,
EZ-CARE, EZ-EDI, EZ-Net, health plan implementations and
conversions within the System Configuration team. The primary
responsibilities include the accurate interpretation of specific
state and/or federal guidelines that impact Medicare and/or
Medi-Cal benefits, NEMS risk contracts, codification, and business
requirements and converting them into configuration parameters
within the core systems. Identify regular fee schedule updates as
published by CMS and DHCS and transform into system configuration
scheme. Monitor monthly encounter data and report submissions to
contracted Plans, DHCS, and CMS; review correspondence and take
appropriate follow up actions to accomplish data accuracy and
completeness requirements for all managed care programs including
PACE, Medicare Advantage and Medi-Cal. Develop reports to monitor
system performance and promote integration and automation of
systems workflows. Other responsibilities include maintenance of
benefit modules, provider profiles set-up (demographic and
contracts affiliations), fee schedules, regular coding updates and
various system tables through the user interfaces. The position is
also required to produce data reports as demanded by contracted
health plans, DHCS, and CMS; reconcile eligibility and capitation
data discrepancies between plans and NEMS data; prepare statistic
reports to support decision making in managed care business
developments. This position will assist in the regular internal
review, analysis and audit to all PACE related data issues;
identify errors and propose resolutions; collaborate internally
with PACE team and communicate externally with entities including
DHCS, CMS, PDAC, PharmaStar, etc. to resolve discrepancies and
dissimilarities. This position requires significant level of
critical thinking skills, current technical knowledge of MSO
operations, processes, workflows, and understanding to the managed
care operational structure, coding, benefits, and relevant degree
of creativity and latitude. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Interprets
state and federal guidelines that impact managed care system
configuration and convert configuration parameters within the MSO
core systems, including updates and changes in benefit coverages,
fee schedule rates, provider geographic rate adjustments, EDI
transmission and date specifications, report submissions and
timelines, etc. Develops, loads, edits, and maintains EZ-CAP,
EZ-CARE, EZ-EDI, EZ-Net, and any additional system configuration
items; automate system workflows to promote operational efficiency.
Performs analytical reviews and technical supports for defining,
tracking, and resolving issues in the managed care core systems.
Monitor monthly encounter data and other report submissions to
contracted Health Plans, DHCS, and CMS; review correspondence
reports and take appropriate follow up actions to accomplish data
accuracy and completeness requirements, for all managed care
programs including PACE, Medicare Advantage and Medi-Cal.
Responsible to independently perform regular internal review,
analysis and audit to all PACE related data issues; identify errors
and propose resolutions; communicate and collaborate internally
with PACE team and externally with entities including DHCS, CMS,
PDAC, PharmaStar, etc. to resolve discrepancies and
dissimilarities. Assist in conducting system testing, validation
and analyze outputs and results to allow for continuous improvement
of the overall QA process for the MSO EZ-Suite system accuracy,
integrity, and performance. Communicates with other MSO operational
teams to understand workflow needs; design, develop and refine Work
Queue processes in core managed care systems to strengthen system
enhancement activities including data mapping, system integration
and workflow automation to meet and improve operation needs.
Creates and analyzes statistics reports for other operational teams
in assist of evaluating business performance links to MSO medical
management services. Designs training courses and creates training
materials to support EZ-Suite users; initiate training and
retraining sessions to support department operations and ensuring
users are properly updated to maximize system performance. Responds
to system configuration flaws/errors and unresolved issues, report
and propose to MSO Director and EZCAP Product Development team for
resolutions. Creates data reports per health plans’ delegation
agreement; reconciles eligibility and capitation data discrepancies
between contracted Health Plans, DHCS, CMS and NEMS data. Supports
MSO audit activities performed by various entities, including
contracted Health Plans, DHCS, and CMS. Prepares other additional
statistical reports to support decision making in managed care
business development and to support operational initiatives and
activities. Performs other job duties as required by
manager/supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of a 4-years degree
from an accredited University in System Analysis, Computer
Programming or other relevant area of study. Three (3) years
technology and business analysis experience in Managed Health Care
industry with working knowledge of how Benefits, Rates, Fee
Schedules, and Provider Contracts impact the payment and processing
of claims; Working knowledge of State/Federal healthcare compliance
requirements (HIPAA, AB1455, HL7, X12, and ICE standards),
particularly DHCS/Medi-Cal guidelines; Working knowledge of
healthcare standard code sets, benefits, DOFR, RBRVS, and fee
schedules; Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
across a wide variety of configuration and technical issues.
Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Access, Excel, Crystal
Reports, Report Builder and SQL Server Reporting Services. Ability
to self-manage in a detail-oriented environment. Good organization
and prioritization skills, outstanding in time management. Ability
to reliably and consistently deliver quality work product on target
dates. Strong written and verbal communication skills to allow for
effective communication at any level. LANGUAGE: Must be able to
fluently speak, read and write English. Fluent in other languages
are an asset. STATUS: This is an FLSA NON-exempt position. This is
not an OSHA high-risk position. NEMS is proud to be an Equal
Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant
to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for
employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental
and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and
company contribution to 401(k).
Keywords: North East Medical Services, San Rafael , MSO System Configuration Analyst I, IT / Software / Systems , Burlingame, California